# Vanguard AR-15 Receiver #### Author shadowfall #### Version 1.2 #### Description The Vanguard series is designed to minimize support material and add ease of printing to the lower design. #### Instructions Set support settings to .40 (40 degrees). If your printer cannot print 40 degree overhangs a higher number may be chosen, this will increase printing time. An 8" build platform is required for this version. The model should be oriented horizontally as seen in the renders. #### Changelog Vanguard 1.2 *fixed overhang in trigger pocket so trigger springs function *smoothed rough edges near bolt hold open. #### Changelog Vanguard 1.1 * fixed cosmetic defects near mag release #### Changelog Vanguard 1.0 * based off the hermes 1.3.3 model * increased depth of front take down lug recess. * removed portions of the bottom of the trigger pocket -added spring guides for the trigger. * expanded buffer end plate hole. * redesigned magwell profile for ease of printing. * removed majority of fillets. * reprofiled the buffer reinforcement to reduce support required.